Overly Optimistic Home Remodel - Update 1

Last time we posted, Paula and I had moved through the house like a tornado destroying much of what we saw in sight. Having begun to piece the house back together again, Paula and I installed a reclaimed red oak floor in the kitchen with much satisfaction. That seems like years ago now...

Shortly after, our cabinets arrived! Sure, they're still in boxes and taking up a ton of space, but at least they're here and getting anxious to find their homes.

Paula, our friend Nelson, and I have taken out the large window in the kitchen to make room for 3 new windows (All of which don't leak heat like a sieve and 2 of which actually open!). However, we got a bit held up and haven't yet managed to complete that task since we only were able to get 1 installed before it got too dark. That task should be completed by next week though.

We've been getting the plumbing sorted out too in the past month. I took out the 1/2" old galvanized pipes to the kitchen and had a plumber install a new drain and waste vent. Finally, this weekend I pulled the supply lines for new hot/cold water lines.

One thing I've been spending a lot of time on is trying to map out the electrical for our new kitchen, dining, and living rooms to sort out what makes sense. I had an electrician and a friend who's a contractor give me some advice, which was awesome. So, I managed to install the recessed lights, boxes, and pulled the new wire. However, when it came to connecting everything I decided to have an electrician handle that so a) I didn't kill myself and b) I didn't blow up expensive 3-way dimming switches. That's essentially done now and we actually have light in our new kitchen!

Things are coming together and hopefully we'll soon be able to insulate the walls and close them up. Keep your fingers crossed.

I've added a few more photos to our slide show for you to check out if you're interested.